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P371 UAX

1996 Toyota Starlet

Red Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2026
Tests28 (20 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

70,640 mi
Last recorded70,640 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 1996 Toyota Starlet74,705 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP371 UAX
MakeToyota
ModelStarlet
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

20 pass 8 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2025 70,640 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

exhaust emissions only just met limit

Fail 3 Sep 2025 70,603 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

exhaust emissions only just met limit

Pass 19 Sep 2024 68,862 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 Sep 2023 66,629 miles

Nearside Rear foot brake reading low, also slower on increase

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

emission only just met higher limit

no reversing lights working

Pass 14 Sep 2022 65,183 miles

Offside Rear foot brake and handbrake reading low

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

no reversing lights

Fail 12 Sep 2022 65,179 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear foot brake and handbrake reading low

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

no reversing lights

Pass 20 Sep 2021 63,646 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 Sep 2020 62,076 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Spare tyre defective ()

Pass 2 Sep 2019 60,662 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 6 Sep 2018 59,013 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 6 Sep 2018 59,013 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Sep 2017 57,103 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2017 57,084 miles

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 21 Sep 2016 55,268 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 53,087 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2015 53,087 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Sep 2014 50,801 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

nearside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 25 Sep 2013 48,809 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 46,802 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 27 Sep 2011 44,825 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 29 Sep 2010 42,339 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Sep 2010 42,339 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 40,183 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 37,067 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2007 34,118 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 12 Sep 2007 34,118 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2006 30,532 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Sep 2006 30,532 miles

How Reliable is the Toyota Starlet?

Based on 379,267 MOT tests across 32,146 vehicles.

73.7%
Pass Rate
3,843
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
32,146
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 19,266
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 9,965
Headlamp aim too low 7,146
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 6,989
Stop lamp not working 6,412
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P371 UAX is a 1996 Toyota Starlet in Red with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1996 Toyota Starlet models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 74,705 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Toyota Starlet fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 19,266 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P371 UAX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Starlet typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 30 years old, this Toyota Starlet is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P371 UAX registered?

P371 UAX is a 1996 Toyota Starlet, first registered on 30 August 1996.

Is P371 UAX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P371 UAX shows 28 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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